Euphorbia (Snow-on-the-Mountain) - Key Growing Information

A bed of euphorbia; germination is characteristically slow; soaking seeds in warm water sometimes improves germination rates; direct-sow to avoid transplant shock.

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

10-14 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C). Germination can be erratic. Seed sown in the greenhouse should be grown at 60°F (16°C).

SOWING:

Plant 3-4 successive sowings 2 weeks apart for a continuous summer harvest. Direct seed (recommended): After last frost, sow seed 1/4" deep. Transplant: Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost, directly into cell packs or larger containers. Cover seed. Harden off and transplant outside after last frost.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

Average, well-drained soil, but the plants will tolerate poor soil.

PLANT SPACING:

6-9".

HARDINESS ZONES:

Annual.

HARVEST:

Fresh: Cut stems when bracts are fully colored, but before flowers are fully open.

USES:

Excellent cut flower. Accent in beds or as annual hedging.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Euphorbia marginata